"Currently, observing the momentum of the Dragon Country, it seems fraught with peril. The Ju Ling Country borders the Dragon Country, and if the Dragon Country falls, the Cang Qiong Country's next target will undoubtedly be the Ju Ling Country!"
Several elders spoke, their expressions growing more solemn. Beside them stood numerous experts, each armed with great sabers and riding tigers, their auras formidable.
"Let's wait and see! As long as the Dragon Country's strongholds do not fall, there is still room for maneuver!" the leading elder stated. "We all understand the principle of 'lips and teeth,' but acting now may not be the optimal time!"
The elders fell silent. They knew very well that involvement in this conflict would stir endless turmoil. For now, they could only observe. As long as the Dragon Country endured, the Ju Ling Country would not intervene.
Further behind, many young disciples, riding war tigers, gazed at the extraterrestrial strongholds, their fighting spirit ignited.
The Cang Qiong Country and the Ju Ling Country harbored ancient animosity. Seeing the Cang Qiong Country's current actions instantly set their battle intent ablaze.
"The Dragon Country and the Ju Ling Country have always had a good relationship. Why are the elders remaining indifferent when the Dragon Country is in such great distress?" a woman inquired.
She stood atop a giant butterfly, looking towards the extraterrestrial battlefield, her confusion deepening.
"Miss Bai Hua, you may not know, but national conflicts are delicate matters. Reckless involvement can mean life or death for a country!" a man replied. Su Dan Novel Network.
"The Cang Qiong Country has been suppressing the Ju Ling Country at every turn. If we can ally with the Dragon Country now, we can let the Cang Qiong Country know that this world is not theirs to dominate!" Bai Hua Xue's expression was grave.
As a prodigy of the Bai Hua family from the Ju Ling Country, he harbored a deep-seated aversion to the Cang Qiong Country.
The many youths present dared not speak freely, lest they incur the displeasure of the elders.
"Kill! We absolutely cannot let them breach the stronghold!"
"Behind us lies the heartland of the Dragon Country. If the stronghold falls, our mountains and rivers will shatter. With our blood, we shall exchange for a hundred generations of peace for our nation!"
Shouts of battle echoed through the stronghold. The martial experts of the Dragon Country, even when heavily wounded, showed no sign of retreat.
A Grandmaster, with a single arm supporting his long saber, his body covered in blood, his injuries severe, fearlessly engaged an enemy Grandmaster in a mutual kill.
Even as their blood stained the sky, they remained loyal to the Dragon Country; this was their final faith.
The experts from the three great countries were stunned. Their martial experts outnumbered those in this stronghold by more than three to one, yet they were still held at bay outside. Such powerful will inspired awe even in them.
On the mountaintop, the people of the Ju Ling Country watched the tragic scene, their hearts churning. Many youths shed tears.
At this moment, they wished fervently that the elders would give the order to join the Dragon Country's fight and advance and retreat with the Dragon Country's martial artists.
Boom...
Just as their grief and indignation reached their peak, a massive explosion resounded through the stronghold. A young, powerful figure from the Dragon Country descended from the sky, his internal energy slicing through enemy heads wherever he passed.
The many experts of the Dragon Country watched, then exclaimed, "Lord Lu, it's Lord Lu from the Qing Yun Sect!"
They knew that Lu Fan of Jue Ming Ridge had powerfully slain over ten Battle King experts. Lu Fan's appearance was their last hope.
In the hearts of many Dragon Country experts, Lu Fan had become their guardian deity. Wherever Lu Fan was present, they would no longer suffer bullying.
"Those who offend my Dragon Country shall be killed without mercy!"
Lu Fan powerfully slew numerous experts, striking fear into the hearts of the people from the three great countries, who then fled in panic, not daring to delay.
The battle at Jue Ming Ridge had seen countless casualties among the Battle Kings of the three great countries, all at the hands of this man. Lu Fan had left an indelible mark in their minds.
In reality, if they had united and fiercely surrounded Lu Fan, even with his immense power, he would have ultimately met his end. Unfortunately, they were already terrified.
On the mountaintop, many gazed at Lu Fan, especially the elders from the Ju Ling Country, whose eyes gleamed with admiration. To possess such strength at such a young age was truly astonishing.
"Who is he? Why is he so powerful!"
Looking towards the stronghold, Bai Hua Xue showed surprise. "Even among the younger generation of the Ju Ling Country, there is likely no one this formidable!"
"This person is a prodigy of the Dragon Country!" a man stated. "At such a young age, he controls a powerful force. In the current war of the Dragon Country, he has turned the tide, killing numerous Battle King experts at Jue Ming Ridge!"
"Killed Battle Kings?"
Bai Hua Xue marveled. For Lu Fan to be able to kill Battle King experts at such a young age, the Dragon Country's future was bound to hold infinite promise.
"If there's a chance, I must get to know him!"
"Miss Bai Hua, you haven't fallen for him, have you?" a man smiled, sitting on a giant bear, his expression indifferent. "Actually, I shouldn't be much worse than him!"
"You?" Bai Hua Xue glanced at him disdainfully. "In the Ju Ling Country, you might be considered a prodigy, but before him, you are worthless!"
The man's face instantly turned ashen. He had not expected Bai Hua Xue to hold Lu Fan in such high regard.
At the same time, within the Dragon Country's stronghold, numerous Dragon Country experts emerged, led by Lu Fan, frequently intercepting enemy experts.
After a short while, the enemy experts were gradually driven back. Everyone looked at Lu Fan with renewed respect.
"We thank Lord Lu for saving our lives!"
Many generals bowed to Lu Fan, their sincerity profound.
"You are all generals who fought valiantly, sacrificing yourselves to protect the Dragon Country!" Lu Fan's expression was solemn. "It is I who should thank you all for the citizens of the Dragon Country!"
Lu Fan bowed slightly, his eyes filled with gravity. If not for these individuals, the stronghold would have long been captured, and the Dragon Country would have collapsed in an instant.
"With such individuals in the Dragon Country, why should it not prosper!" several elders exclaimed from the mountaintop.
But suddenly, Lu Fan's gaze snapped towards a distant mountain peak, as if sensing something.
"Sir, what is it?" a Dragon Country expert asked.
"It's nothing. You should quickly go reinforce other strongholds!"
Lu Fan waved his hand, then stepped out, rushing towards the mountain peak ahead. If the people on the peak were from the three great countries, he would show no mercy, as the three great countries had never shown mercy when dealing with the Dragon Country.
The sound of wind breaking accompanied Lu Fan's arrival, carrying with it a bloody aura of slaughter.
Everyone present, except for the elders and Bai Hua Xue, instinctively retreated. This killing intent was too powerful for them to withstand.
They felt as if being stared at by Lu Fan's eyes was akin to being watched by death itself.
"Who are you people?" Lu Fan's aura was imposing.
"Lord Lu, please do not misunderstand. We are from the Ju Ling Country!"
The leading elder cupped his fists. "We were truly impressed by Lord Lu's actions just now!"
"People from the Ju Ling Country?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "In that case, this matter does not concern you!"